About Role
Petion Law, P.A., a full-service Personal Injury firm based in Aventura , Florida is seeking to fill a newly opened position for experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal.
Responsibilities
Enhances attorney effectiveness by developing case information, evidence, and settlement options; tracking cases; supporting attorney’s trial proceedings.
Duties
Excellent drafting and organizational skills
Organized, self-motivated, with ability to work independently
Experience handling files, including:
Experience with Florida e-filing portal system;
Good communication and customer service skills (must be professional and courteous);
Ability to manage attorney calendar;
Coordination of depositions with opposing counsel, judicial assistants and
clients;
Scheduling hearings with opposing counsel and judicial assistants;
Responding to discovery requests;
Experience with online scheduling and Florida e-filing portal system; and
Experience with preparation for Pre-Trial Conferences.
Skills and Qualifications
Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
Reporting Skills, Legal Administration Skills, Client Relationships, Organization, Planning, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Dependability, Client Confidentiality, Verbal and written communication.
Required Experiences in the Following Practice Areas: Pip Litigation, Personal Injury, Residential & Commercial Property Damages, Commercial Contracts & Family Law.'
Languages
English (Fluent), Creole (Fluent) and Spanish (preferred)